Bruna Ferreira's story is not unique, but it's her connection to the White House that has brought her case into the spotlight. The 33-year-old Brazilian mother was taken into custody by federal officers while driving to pick up her son from school. Now, she's being held in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility far from her home in Massachusetts. Ferr...
New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock manages a huge chunk of the city's retirement money, about $42. 3 bil...
In the world of science, truth is everything. But what happens when the truth is twisted? Meet Mike Rossner, a molecular biologist who has taken it upon himself to expose the dark side of scientific research. Rossner is part of a growing group of experts who are on the hunt for researchers who cheat, copy, or make up their findings. His specialty? Spotting manipulate...
Australia is about to shake up its environment laws. The Greens have given the thumbs up to the Labor government's plan. This means the new rules could become official as early as Thursday. The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, is pretty happy about it. The changes aim to make things faster for important projects. Think minerals, renewable energy, and housing. But i...
The Hudson River has come a long way from its polluted past. In the 1960s, it was a dumping ground for sewage and toxic waste from factories like General Motors and General Electric. The river was so polluted that Governor Nelson Rockefeller called it a "great septic tank. " But things changed. Laws were passed, and companies were forced to clean up their mess. The r...
In a recent turn of events, a Brazilian woman named Bruna Caroline Ferreira found herself in the custody of U. S. immigration authorities. This case has garnered attention due to her connection to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew. Ferreira entered the United States on a tourist visa but overstayed her welcome. However, her family claims she had l...
In a world where many families struggle to find stability, one initiative is making a difference by connecting people to the resources they need. Impact Community Supports is a non-profit organization that helps families and young people access support services, job training, and financial literacy programs. The idea behind this initiative is simple: to help communit...
The American Writers Museum, a vibrant space filled with the clatter of typewriters and the buzz of young minds, recently opened its newest exhibit, "American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture. " This exhibit, funded by the Lilly Endowment, invites visitors to explore the intersection of literature and spirituality. The museum, which opened in 2017, is a test...
First responders are the unsung heroes who rush into danger when others run away. But what about their mental health? A big problem is that many of them face stress and trauma on the job. In fact, about one in seven first responders show signs of PTSD from their regular duties. This number goes up even more after big crises. To tackle this issue, researchers from No...
Chicago is buzzing with holiday excitement, but recent violence has people worried. The city's tree lighting event last Friday night was a hit, but just a few blocks away, a shooting happened at a teen gathering on State Street. This incident kicked off a violent night, making folks question how safe the city really is during the busy holiday season. The mayor and p...